Senior Gameplay Animator (AI) – [Far Cry]

About the job

As a Senior Gameplay Animator (AI) at Ubisoft Montréal, you will help create, integrate, and validate animation systems for non-playable characters, including both allies and enemies. You will work in line with the animation direction while meeting gameplay and technical requirements tied to the game engine.

What you’ll do:

• Create animation systems for a variety of NPC behaviors, including locomotion, 3D navigation, combat behaviors, and hostage situations;
• Process and refine motion capture data while accounting for game engine constraints;
• Export and integrate animations following technical guidelines in collaboration with technical animators, designers, and programmers;
• Test and revise animation systems directly in the game to ensure functionality and quality;
• Collaborate with animation, programming, and design teams to deliver features aligned with production goals;
• Ensure the final quality of animated gameplay features integrated into the game.

• Strong experience creating gameplay animations for video games;
• Experience creating NPC animations and animation systems;
• Proficiency in processing motion capture data;
• Knowledge of MotionBuilder;
• Experience working on a shipped AAA title (an asset);
• Understanding of technical constraints related to integration within a game engine;
• Ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment;
• Strong attention to detail and visual quality;
• Collaborative mindset focused on problem-solving and idea sharing.

What to send our way

• A portfolio showcasing your best animation work.
• Your CV highlighting your experience and skills.